October 6 @ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM IN-PERSON – TES Monthly Munch Skylight Diner 402 West 34th Street, New York, NY, United States We’d love to have you at the TES Monthly Munch! Whether you’re new to the scene, an old friend, or just curious, our monthly munch is a great opportunity to meet fellow kinksters in a low-key, low-pressure setting. There’s no need to RSVP, and everyone is welcome—you don’t even have to be a TES member to join us! We gather on the first Monday of every month (if it’s a holiday, we’ll meet on the following Monday) at an alternative lifestyle-friendly diner in NYC. Our hosts will be there to give you a warm welcome and answer any questions. Attending is free; you just pay for your food and please remember to tip your server well! We also ask that you wear “vanilla” (non-BDSM) clothes. A Note on Safety This event is held at a public diner, and while we highly encourage all attendees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, we cannot control what the restaurant requires of other patrons. Please assess your own risk and act accordingly. We will have a discreet contact tracing option available, which we encourage you to use. For more information, including a code of conduct for newcomers, please visit our FAQ page. We can’t wait to see you there!
October 23 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM IN-PERSON – Spooky Game Night LGBT Community Center 208 W 13th St, New York, NY, United States Join us for a 👻 spooktacular evening of fun and board games. Get together with your TES friends for a relaxing social. While we will have some popular board games available, feel free to bring some of your favorites. All are welcome. Please register before attending for convenience and more fun! In celebration of the season, come dressed in your favorite cosplay. --- Location and Cost Location: The Center (The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center) 208 West 13th Street, New York, NY 10011 Cost: Members/Non-Members: FREE Registration in advance is strongly encouraged due to limited internet access at the venue. Note: Each attendee will need to have a separate account to register. Online Registration: If You Already Have an Account Register: Click here to go to the registration page. Log in: Use your existing account information to log in and register for the class. Complete Purchase: Follow the instructions to complete your payment. If You Need to Create an Account For Members: Create Your Account: Go to the Member Portal and create your account here. Be sure to use the same email address you used when you purchased your TES membership. If you've forgotten it, email membership@tes.org for assistance. Confirm Your Email: Check your inbox for a confirmation email and follow the link to set your password. Log In and Register: Click this link to log in and register for the class. Your membership discount will be applied automatically. Complete Purchase: Follow the instructions to complete your registration. For Non-Members: Create Your Account: Go to the registration page and create your account here. Confirm Your Email: Check your inbox for a confirmation email and follow the link to set your password. Log In and Register: Click this link to log in and register for the class. Complete Purchase: Follow the instructions to complete your registration. On-Site Registration: On-site registration is available, but please be aware that internet access may be limited. You will be able to register by scanning a QR code with your smartphone. The registration process is the same as the advanced registration steps listed above.
November 3 @ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM IN-PERSON – TES Monthly Munch Skylight Diner 402 West 34th Street, New York, NY, United States We'd love to have you at the TES Monthly Munch! Whether you're new to the scene, an old friend, or just curious, our monthly munch is a great opportunity to meet fellow kinksters in a low-key, low-pressure setting. There’s no need to RSVP, and everyone is welcome—you don’t even have to be a TES member to join us! We gather on the first Monday of every month (if it's a holiday, we'll meet on the following Monday) at an alternative lifestyle-friendly diner in NYC. Our hosts will be there to give you a warm welcome and answer any questions. Attending is free; you just pay for your food and please remember to tip your server well! We also ask that you wear "vanilla" (non-BDSM) clothes. A Note on Safety This event is held at a public diner, and while we highly encourage all attendees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, we cannot control what the restaurant requires of other patrons. Please assess your own risk and act accordingly. We will have a discreet contact tracing option available, which we encourage you to use. For more information, including a code of conduct for newcomers, please visit our FAQ page. We can't wait to see you there!
December 1 @ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM IN-PERSON – TES Monthly Munch Skylight Diner 402 West 34th Street, New York, NY, United States We'd love to have you at the TES Monthly Munch! Whether you're new to the scene, an old friend, or just curious, our monthly munch is a great opportunity to meet fellow kinksters in a low-key, low-pressure setting. There’s no need to RSVP, and everyone is welcome—you don’t even have to be a TES member to join us! We gather on the first Monday of every month (if it's a holiday, we'll meet on the following Monday) at an alternative lifestyle-friendly diner in NYC. Our hosts will be there to give you a warm welcome and answer any questions. Attending is free; you just pay for your food and please remember to tip your server well! We also ask that you wear "vanilla" (non-BDSM) clothes. A Note on Safety This event is held at a public diner, and while we highly encourage all attendees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, we cannot control what the restaurant requires of other patrons. Please assess your own risk and act accordingly. We will have a discreet contact tracing option available, which we encourage you to use. For more information, including a code of conduct for newcomers, please visit our FAQ page. We can't wait to see you there!
December 16 @ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Virtual Year-End Circle/Munch Virtual You are warmly invited to join us on the TES Discord for a special online munch and year-in-review TES Circle. This virtual meeting will be a wonderful opportunity to reflect on our accomplishments and challenges from the past year, and to look ahead and set goals for the next year. We will discuss our personal kink journeys and goals in a supportive and engaging environment. Then, if the mood takes us, we could play some party games! So grab dinner or a snack, pour your favorite festive drink, get cozy, and log on. We look forward to seeing you there! To register: MEMBERS - FREE Create a Member Portal account using the same email address used when you purchased your membership. (Email membership@tes.org if you have forgotten the one you used when registering for TES.) Be sure to respond to the confirmation email & choose a password. After that, log back into the Member Portal. To complete your purchase, return to this event page, click on this link, and follow the instructions. Your membership discount will be automatically applied. NON-MEMBERS - FREE Click here to register for this class. REGISTRATION CLOSES 30 MINUTES BEFORE START OF CLASS! ALL QUESTIONS GO TO CUSTOMER-CARE@TES.ORG! YOU WILL RECEIVE THE LOG IN LINK WITH THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL. You will need to download the Discord app.
December 18 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM TES Holiday Potluck Whether you light the Menorah, decorate the tree, honor the Solstice, or celebrate Kwanzaa, you have a home with us this holiday season. Join the TES Board, staff, and your fellow members for a night of warmth, laughter, and shared goodwill. Come bask in the holiday glow as we toast to peace on earth and strengthen the bonds that make our community so special. It’s the perfect time to reconnect with old friends and spark brand-new connections. To make the night complete, please bring: A Dish to Share: Fuel the festivities with your favorite recipe. A White Elephant Gift: Join the chaos of our gift exchange! (Optional; gender-neutral & max value $10). You: Because the best gift to the community is your presence. Location and Cost Location: The Center (The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center) 208 West 13th Street, New York, NY 10011 Cost: Members/Non-Members: FREE Registration in advance is strongly encouraged due to limited internet access at the venue. Note: Each attendee will need to have a separate account to register. Online Registration: If You Already Have an Account Register: Click here to go to the registration page. Log in: Use your existing account information to log in and register for the class. Complete Purchase: Follow the instructions to complete your payment. If You Need to Create an Account For Members: Create Your Account: Go to the Member Portal and create your account here. Be sure to use the same email address you used when you purchased your TES membership. If you've forgotten it, email membership@tes.org for assistance. Confirm Your Email: Check your inbox for a confirmation email and follow the link to set your password. Log In and Register: Click this link to log in and register for the class. Your membership discount will be applied automatically. Complete Purchase: Follow the instructions to complete your registration. For Non-Members: Create Your Account: Go to the registration page and create your account here. Confirm Your Email: Check your inbox for a confirmation email and follow the link to set your password. Log In and Register: Click this link to log in and register for the class. Complete Purchase: Follow the instructions to complete your registration. On-Site Registration: On-site registration is available, but please be aware that internet access may be limited. You will be able to register by scanning a QR code with your smartphone. The registration process is the same as the advanced registration steps listed above.
